Lately, Walt has taken upon himself the enormous task of greeting EVERYONE IN MIDTOWN MEMPHIS. As we walk into school in the morning, everyone we pass gets a very pointed "Hi!" and an enthusiastic wave. It takes us considerably longer to get to class now because Walt neglects none of his constituents. Here, Walt conducts a town hall meeting with Rosie, Ava, and Miss Krista.
The walk from the parking lot to the pool at Rhodes also takes a while because Walt must greet everyone from the security guards to the soccer moms to the construction workers to the coeds. And it's not enough to just offer one simple "hi" and a cursory wave. Oh no, we must stop and watch them walk away as they pass us, waving all the while. One must seem sincere.
And every good Memphis politician knows that you've gotta get out there and press the flesh, and there's no better place to do that than at Huey's while Mommy and Daddy gorge themselves on burgers and cheese fries No kidding, not a soul managed to make it past our table without getting the "hi"/wave treatment from Walt. Even the stuffed fish hanging over our table was not left out. Honestly, it is quite hilarious to see gruff-looking dudes break into a big smile and start waving themselves in response to Walt's greeting.
I hope Josh tipped our waitress well because she answered every one of Walt's dozen "hi"s with a response that was equally as effusive. She even played an extended game of peek-a-boo with him by hiding behind the "Please Seat Yourself" sign. Sometimes I just feel like we're his entourage.
Oh, and just for the record, there were some of you who were at one time concerned about the things we were feeding Walt . . . hummus, pitas, olives, etc. Well, here's a shot of him dipping his cheese fry into some ranch dressing at dinner tonight.
I hope you're happy.
Walt is getting the hang of being a good politician...hide behind the shades as you try to get a little time for yourself at the pool. It is sooo annoying when the press follows you everywhere!
ReplyDeleteNana is so very, very happy to see the foods you're eating but not nearly as happy as I am to see that precious face! Is it any wonder you have a following of paparazzi? Nowhere in Midtown is there another subject they could follow. Politician, attorney, writer, pilot, Wal-Mart greeter, there'll never be anyone in all the world to be so handsome and kind as you to acknowledge everyone who passes by. Keep smiling, Walt. The world needs more joy, and you certainly know how to bring it. (Of course, that green Speedo helps.)
ReplyDeleteAt one time, Walt, I thought I'd like to be your Dad's 'political advisor.' But, after observing you being so savvy at such a young age, I'll wait...to be yours. Remember, we must forge Memphis 'name recognition' as soon as possible (just like the Ford's) if we're gonna be successful. I've even come up with a little slogan for your clip-on campaign buttons (at no charge, of course, seeing as you don't have your 'war chest' built up just yet): For more joy, VOTE Walty in '26! So keep smilin' and wavin'. And remember, gruff construction workers and hot girls in bikinis vote, too.
ReplyDeleteLove ya always!
GREAT Uncle Brian
Hey Walty, if you need tips on how to avoid the paparazzi, let me know. After appearing in the newspaper in a ridiculous but sort of cool sumo-worldcup outfit, the paparazzi was all over me. People emailed me, textmessaged and called me all weekend. I just had to flee to Friesland. We came back today and luckily things quieted down.
ReplyDeleteHave fun watching the World Cup with daddy!
Love from Holland